George E. Moose

Africa receives billions of dollars of foreign aid from governments (including the United States), from multilateral financial institutions such as the World Bank, and from private groups. In the following viewpoint, George E. Moose argues that the foreign assistance provided by the United States and other sources has been essential in helping to improve the economic performance and social development of African nations. He argues that such aid should continue to be made available to African countries whose leaders promote private-sector growth and responsible economic and political strategies. A longtime official of the United States Foreign Service, George E. Moose served as assistant secretary of state for African affairs from 1993 to 1997.

As you read, consider the following questions:

1. What signs of an economic turnaround in Africa does Moose describe?
2. What has the United...